Location and Directions

The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame is located in Saratoga Springs, New York, across from the historic Saratoga Race Course, the oldest operating track in the country.

To reach the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, take exit 14 from I-87 (the Northway) to Saratoga Springs.  Proceed 1.5 miles into town on Union Avenue.  The Museum is located on the right-hand side at the corner of Union Avenue and Ludlow Street.

Hours

Winter Hours
November through March
Closed Mondays
Tuesday - Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday: noon to 4 p.m.

April through October
Monday - Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday: noon to 4 p.m.

During the Race Meet, the Museum is open daily from
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Holiday Hours
The Museum is closed New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Easter, The day before Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.  The Museum will also be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday, September 2nd and 3rd.

Admission Fees

$7.00 adults, $5.00 students and senior citizens (55 and older); members and children 5 and under are free. Want free membership all year long?  Become a Museum Member!

Click here for membership information!

Group Rate

Applies to groups of 10 or more
$5.00 per adult (self-guided tour)
$3.00 per student or senior (self-guided tour)
$6.00 per adult (guided tour)
$4.00 per student or senior (guided tour)

Please call (518) 584-0400 ext. 120, for group tour information and scheduling.

Movie Schedule

Mondays and Tuesdays
     Race America is shown in the Hall of Fame  at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.  This movie presents the care and training of Thoroughbreds from the time foaled until ready to race; includes racing highlights.

     The National Museum of Racing:  Horse Power is shown in the Hall of Fame at noon and at 2 p.m.

Wednesday - Saturday
     Race America will be shown in the Hall of Fame at 11 a.m.  

     The National Museum of Racing:  Horse Power will be shown in the Hall of Fame at  noon.

Live simulcast of NYRA races is shown in the Hall of Fame on racing days from 1 to 4 p.m.* 

Sunday
     Race America is shown in the Hall of Fame at 12:30 p.m. 

Live simulcast of NYRA races is shown in the Hall of Fame on racing days from 1 to 4 p.m.* 

During the racing season

      First Saturday In May will be shown in the Hall of Fame daily at 10 a.m. with a special showing at 3 p.m on Tuesdays.  The admission price of $5 for the film is in addition to the regular admission prices at the Museum.Beginning on July 20, the 96-minute film will be shown daily at 10 a.m.  The schedule is subject to change.  

     Race America will be shown in the Hall of Fame daily at noon.  

     The National Museum of Racing:  Horse Power will be shown daily in the Hall of Fame at 1 p.m.

Live simulcast of races at Saratoga Race Course is shown in the Hall of Fame on racing days from 2 to 5 p.m.*

*NYRA simulcast dates are subject to change.

Accessibility

The National Museum of Racing is committed to handicapped accessibility.  Our Museum is now 100% handicap accessible.  Wheelchairs are also available at the front desk.

Want to Help?

The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame is a not-for-profit organization.  All contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.  For more information, or to make a donation, please contact us:

Mailing Address and Phone

National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
191 Union Avenue
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-3566

Phone: (518) 584-0400
Toll Free:  1-800-Jockey4 or 1-800-562-5394
Fax: (518) 584-4574
Email: nmrinfo@racingmuseum.net